Hansel And Gretel

Brothers Grimm, Sybelle Schenker

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Hardback

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mineditionUS
01 December 2013

Classic fiction (Children's&YA); Traditional stories (Children's&YA)

This tale of children in peril has timeless appeal, and the breathtaking illustrations will find a discriminating audience

This stunning edition of the classic fairy tale makes brilliant use of translucent paper and silhoutte-like illustrations to enliven every page. ""Once upon a time, there lived a poor woodcutter with his wife and two children, Hansel and Gretel . . ."" and so begins the thrilling story of two children relying on their wits to survive in a hostile world. Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to a timeless favorite.

By: Brothers Grimm
Illustrated by: Sybelle Schenker
Imprint: mineditionUS
Country of Publication: Hong Kong
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 248mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 522g
ISBN: 9789888240548
ISBN 10: 9888240544
Pages: 52
Publication Date: 01 December 2013
Recommended Age: From 5 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

The Brothers Grimm are famous throughout the world for their tales and legends, which have been translated, retold, and illustrated by myriad authors and artists. Sybille Schenker is a freelance illustrator and holds a master's degree from the School of Visual Arts. She lives in New York City.

Reviews for Hansel And Gretel

"""Without a doubt, it is the most beautiful fairy tale I've seen this year."" -- Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal ""Gorgeous... A sumptuous edition of the old fairy tale uses striking design to place readers in the forest with the children... the text has an appropriately old-fashioned feel that supports Schenker's masterful interpretation."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""Sybille' Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a quince beauty to this enduring fairy tale... one of the most beautifully illustrated children's books I've read... definitely a must have!"" -- mundiekids.blogspot.com"